The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) is raising concerns about an invasive pathogen that has arrived in Canada.
Oak wilt is a fungal disease that is emerging as a major threat to oak trees with a third case just reported in Ontario.
The fungus has the potential to devastate forests in Canada which affects recreational use.
Invasive Species Centre’s Madison Sturba gave us some background on Oak Wilt.
The province recently reported it’s third case near Barrie Ontario.
Though the cases in the province are in southwestern Ontario, locals should know how to identify infected trees. That’s the first step in stopping the spread. Sturba told us how.
The most effective way to stop the spread of Oak Wilt is to not transport firewood.
Anyone who suspects tree damage should contact the Canadian Food Inspection Agency at Stop the spread and help keep invasive species out of Canada – Canadian Food Inspection Agency
